After writing this post I started brain storming title ideas. Since the soundtrack of my life for the past week has consisted entirely of two Taylor Swift songs most of what I thought up revolved around Taylor lyrics. So, this post has absolutely nothing to do with the 1989 track “Style” (with the exception of my tight little skirt), however, it has absolutely everything to do with my fashion journey. What fun is having a blog if you can’t throw in totally irrelevant song lyrics whenever the heck you want? Right?!

Prior to law school I dabbled in a few different career paths. Law school was in the back of my mind for years, but my family encouraged me to explore life in the real world before any sort of graduate school (great advice for me, though not for everybody of course). One of the primary industries I explored was fashion. It’s no secret that I love clothes but I consider a love for clothes and a love for fashion as two separate (albeit intertwined) interests. In high school I loved clothes, but it wasn’t until college that I discovered how much I enjoyed following fashion. I took courses on the history of costume, garment construction, luxury goods and textiles. Keep in mind I was a history major, not a fashion major! After graduation I still couldn’t absorb enough information. I enrolled in several online fashion journalism courses just to keep my brain working while I worked at desk jobs that felt menial and boring.

Fast forward about a year after graduation and I landed a job selling wedding dresses at a small but well recognized bridal boutique in my city. I am not over exaggerating when I say it was a dream job! Sure there were grumpy brides and I hated working weekends but I felt right at home helping women feel beautiful. Tulle, lace, crepe and beading were my jam. I spent my evenings making flashcards of the gowns in our store and learning about the designers we carried because I really wanted to master the art of selling wedding gowns. Life had different plans for me though! I was actually really horrible at sales. I felt like I was genuinely connecting with customers, I just didn’t have what it took to close sales and ultimately at the end of the busy season I was let go. Ouch!

I quickly transitioned to a new position in the fashion department at Amazon. I know what you’re thinking, “Fashion? Amazon…what?” While Amazon doesn’t automatically conjure up images of Jimmy Choos and pretty dresses, the company was (and is) trying to change that image. Working with almost EIGHTY other fashion specialists (just on my immediate team) had its perks! I was one of the first 12 people hired to work on a new project and I watched the team grow to eighty in a matter of 9 months. I worked with so many talented individuals. There were people who worked backstage at fashion shows, there were people who studied at the top design schools, there were designers, makeup artists, stylists…there were people who modeled, people who had Etsy shops…in so many ways it felt like the whole world of fashion was in front of me. Sometimes it was intimidating! My favorite part about my job was the research and trend forecasting aspect. We were asked to put together presentations forecasting fashion trends for the next season in any given sub category (shoes, tech accessories, ready to wear, swim wear, etc.). Studying runway images and color palettes was honestly a lot of fun, but other plans still lingered in the back of my mind. Working in fashion here in Seattle was eye opening, I learned SO much, but at the end of every day I wanted something different for my life. It was like spending all day looking at cute outfits and crazy runway styles made me want to throw on yoga pants and a hoodie every day. I was sick of shoes and purses by the time I got home. I felt uninspired blogging and even getting dressed in the morning.

As soon as I left Amazon I realized working in fashion had taken the fun out of fashion for me. There was nothing wrong with the people I worked with or the experience I had, it just took me thinking about fashion all day every day for me to realize I wanted to keep pursuing fashion but ONLY as a hobby. Now that I don’t stare at clothes all day I like thinking about clothes again. I find my mind drifting off dreaming up outfits and I enjoy flipping through Vogue or W.

Though I’ve made my fair share of fashion mistakes (some of which are documented on this blog) I like to think my sense of style has evolved over time. I don’t think I’ll ever stop making bad fashion decisions that make me look back and cringe…but that’s sort of the fun of it isn’t it? I really like that fashion constantly changes and dates itself. Sure, it makes looking relevant a bit more expensive (the definite down side) but it expresses who we are as a culture. I love looking back on old photos and reminiscing about trends that have come and gone. Fashion gives me a sense of nostalgia, it takes me to a different time. While I am not an expert I really like looking at how trends evolve, and the way we adopt runway trends in everyday life. Fashion gets a bad rep sometimes, but it doesn’t need to be ALL vapid.

Finally, onto this look! I picked up the bodysuit I’m wearing and the suede miniskirt at the Nordstrom Sale earlier this summer. I threw on one of my favorite pair of statement heels and the cross body bag I take EVERYWHERE. With a swipe of lipgloss I felt ready for a date night or evening out with the girls. Unfortunately these photos were actually taken on a Tuesday night so there was less sipping champagne and stealing kisses and more snuggling up in bed with Netflix after these photos were snapped. I adore a good mini skirt so I can’t wait to recreate this look for fall date nights as well as pair it with a sweater, tights and riding boots for class or daytime adventures.

A few cute suede mini skirts for your closet:

I love booties for every season & every occasion! Photo Credit: Madeleine Wilson

Booties are my MUST HAVE footwear for the end of summer and early fall. I like to pair booties with shorts and dresses when the weather is warm (yay for great legs because of the added heel) and with jeans and sweaters for fall. You all know I have been seriously CRUSHING on white leather booties (like these ones) but I can’t be limited. I love a pair of timeless black leather boots just as much as I love a sparkly platform pair. I don’t discriminate! A sturdy pair of brown or black suede or leather booties will be in your closet for years. Consequently, I like to spend/splurge on the booties I know I will wear for years to come and save on the super trendy pieces I think will be out of style in the next season or two. I consider super statement pieces splurge worthy sometimes as well (see the Chiara booties in the photo above). When a style is so unique that it defies trends it almost becomes its own brand of timeless know what I mean? A statement is always a statement, is always a statement (or something like that, my Civil Procedure reading just might be melting my brain).

It took everything in me not to order a whole closet full of booties while I was cultivating this post. Jordan and I are already drowning in our shoes as it is (seriously the shoes are caving in on us) but there are so many fab pairs of shoes this season. Fall is hands down my favorite season for shoes. Give it a couple weeks and all I’ll be wearing is boots and booties.

Adjusting back to life after a three day weekend is always a bit difficult, no? Though I didn’t head out of town for Labor Day Weekend I relished the opportunity to grab brunch, head the beach with a friend, catch a movie with Jord, (The Big Sick if you’re wondering), and lay in the grass reading for Civil Procedure. All of summer quarter I was lucky enough to have three day weekends so adjusting back to two measly days feels cruel!

I picked up this knitted crop top and these high waisted shorts before my trip to Germany this summer. Since then I have styled both pieces at least half a dozen ways (more for the shorts now that I think about it). Seattle is normally fairly mild and pleasant in the summer, but the last few weeks have been hot. Today it is really smoky from a fire outside the city and the temperature is supposed to rise to the mid nineties. It’s the exact hot, muggy weather that makes it hard not to crave fall. Don’t get me wrong, I adore my sundresses and sandals but if the sun isn’t out I see no need for the hot, sticky weather.

I only wish it was acceptable to go braless in a crop top to class. Alas, I will be forced to wear real clothes, professionally this is probably for the best but don’t think I won’t be cursing the Emily Post and all of her etiquette rules as I’m drenched in sweat this afternoon.

Are you ready for a sad story? The very first time I wore these gray suede booties I noticed a few black scuff marks that I couldn’t remove #ThisIsWhyICantHaveNiceThings. I tried at home suede cleaners/suede erasers/suede brushes and they only seemed to spread the stains. Please please, pretty please send your suede cleaning solutions my way! My next step is to try and take the booties to a cobbler who can professionally clean and treat the suede BUT if you have any suggestions I would love to read them. I love these booties so I’m going to keep wearing them stains and all if I have to…but I sure would be pleased if I could keep them nice for a handful of wears. For anyone else out there who is klutzy enough to stain your new shoes before you can manage make it to your car in the Nordstrom parking lot, I’ll be sure to share my suede cleaning experience with you if it’s helpful.

Treat yourself with your favorite caffeinated beverage today as your reward for smiling through the painful adjustment back to reality after a three day weekend. Personally, I’m sitting directly in front of a fan in my tiniest, breeziest running shorts and tank top sipping on my first pumpkin spice latte. It’s not a poetic scene but it’s the reality! (; Have a wonderful Tuesday and don’t forget to send me your suede cleaning advice.

What do I wear to law school?

Not going to lie, prior to law school orientation I was freaking out. I really wasn’t sure what I should wear. When you google “what to wear to law school” the results differ drastically. Some blogs advised business attire, random forums from 2008 recommended casual clothes. Overall the advice I seemed to glean was to “dress casually” but not “too casually”, many past law students specified “no workout attire”, “no ripped jeans”, “no revealing club attire”. Even with this advice I felt there was a lot left to play with. So, as I do with any “first day” I spent hours agonizing over what would be appropriate. In the end I don’t remember what I wore on the first day of summer classes.

By the first day of fall semester I was more comfortable with the law school atmosphere. I was an expert people watcher (read: lurk) all summer long observing what my classmates wore to school. Seattle is a VERY casual city, and law school was no exception. Other blogs I’ve read mentioned not wearing workout clothes to class…at my school this rule did not seem to apply. There were plenty of guys wearing basketball shorts and t-shirts and women in leggings and sweatshirts.

These leopard mules were a splurge but they go with everything. Similar look for less here, here and here.

Personally, I chose to treat law school a little less casually. I don’t wear workout clothes (the one day I wore an oversized sweatshirt our professor asked to take a group picture of the class and I immediately regretted it). I have worn ripped jeans but only on days I knew I would just be going to class and not to any meetings or to see any speakers. I wore this exact outfit on the second day of fall semester (trade the purse for a backpack) and tend to wear similar looks.

Sad confession: I hate business attire. I feel ugly in a suit. I feel ugly in an ill-fitting oxford, and find pencil skirts pretty boring. I know I will need to get over my hatred of business clothes for my career (I’ve had to do it in the past) but I was happy to find I could keep dressing “like myself” at school. I wouldn’t say you need to dress business casual for law school classes, at least not in Seattle. I would say you should put a little more effort into your appearance than you did in undergrad, especially if you essentially just rolled out of bed and walked to class. I don’t avoid fashion forward looks at this point but I know I will dress a bit more conservatively when I have a networking events, meetings, etc.

If you attend a professional school I would love to hear about what you wear and if it was an adjustment from what you wore to undergrad or what you wore to work.

P.S. If you are looking to update your business casual attire, Banana Republic is having a 40% off everything sale right now. I personally don’t buy anything from Banana Republic unless they’re having a sale because they have sales so often. I could NOT resist this ruffle pullover . I know it’s hot out now but fall is just around the corner and having a cozy sweater in my closet makes the cool weather less dreadful.

I am SO one of those people that will cling to the fact that just because it’s almost September doesn’t mean summer is over. While the school year may be in full swing we still have three whole weeks left of the season and I don’t intent to cut the summer short. I still want more ice cream date nights, more fish & chips on the beach, more sundresses and afternoons laying by the glittering water. That being said, I still can’t stop myself from day dreaming about fall fashion. Flipping through the September issues is so inspiring, but a serious threat to my bank account. Here are a few of the trends I have my eye on for autumn.

White Booties

Gigi Hadid| Bella Hadid| Kendall Jenner

If you follow me on Twitter you may have noticed I have been obsessing over white ankle booties for a couple months. I first noticed them in InStyle on Gigi Hadid, then fell head over heels for a Dries Van Noten pair. I could in NO WAY shape or form justify a pair of $750 white glittery Go Go Dancer looking booties but I dreamed (oh how I dreamed) of another life in which I was a fabulously wealthy socialite who could trot around daily in over priced glittery boots. I finally found a comparable pair at a MUCH lower price point and placed my order before receiving a message that the boots are backordered until mid September. I’ll be counting down the days until I can throw on my trendy white leather booties with a suede mini or pair of high waisted jeans.

Snake Accessories

Taylor Swift on her snake throne in the “Look what you Made Me Do” music video.

Obviously my Taylor Swift obsession knows no boundaries. I quickly became snake OBSESSED when Taylor reclaimed the snake (side note: I love the way Taylor takes the things other people say about her and makes them her own). It doesn’t help that this season Gucci is using the snake motif on EVERYTHING, making it pretty fab to embrace your reptilian side. Did anyone else notice Taylor’s Gucci “Blind for Love” sweatshirt in the “Look What you Made Me Do” video…I see lots of Gucci on Taylor for this album tour!

Bodysuits

Alessandra Ambrosio | Rosie Huntington-Whitely | Selena Gomez

Bodysuits have been trending for a couple years now and though I’ve loved the fitted look from day one, I am more infatuated than ever. Bodysuits come at every price point, in every color and a variety of patterns. I love the look of a plunging neckline for a night out or a basic tee bodysuit for class.

Wide Legged Cropped Pants

I didn’t instantly adopt the cropped wide legged denim trend I’ve noticed my favorite fashionistas pairing with crop tops and booties, however the more I saw the trend the more curious I became. I am looking forward to pairing olive cropped wide leg jeans with white booties and a sweater for a cozy fall look to wear to class.

Patchwork

Ulla Johnson| Roberto Cavalli| Dior

Patchwork is one of those things that seems to fade into and out of style like clockwork. If we were smart we’d hoard away our patchwork pieces and save them for the next time Vogue forecasts a patchwork resurgence. Alas, I have been browsing patchwork pieces in runway photos and dreaming up ways to make the look my own.

Statement Tees

Arguably statement tees are less of a trend than they are timeless, however with recent world events political statements have become a big part of fashion. Dior’s “We should all be Feminists” tee served as inspiration for a wide range of tees on serious topics such as racism, to feminism to softer subjects like proclaiming our love for avocados.

What’s on your fall wish list? Which items are you hoping to pick up in time for cooler weather?

I don’t often discuss athleisure or workout fashion on the blog, but for the past six or so years I’ve been a die hard Lululemon fan. I seriously have two full drawers of workout clothes 95% of which originate from the company made famous for it’s ultra flattering yoga pants. I realized my workout clothes could use a bit of an update in the spring when I donated or tossed shorts that had shrunk in the washing machine over time, pilled leggings and tops that had been sweat in and worn down for years. I assumed I would eventually replace the pieces I parted with, with more Lululemon Speed Shorts, Wunder Unders and tank tops as soon as necessity dictated. With my upcoming hiking trip in Switzerland I figured it was the perfect time to pick up a few new workout pieces. I planned to get a few fresh pieces for my trip to Europe and naturally, I could replenish my supply of gym clothes in the process.

When I hit up my local Lululemon stores (there are two in Seattle) I was annoyed and disappointed. All of the cute tops (like this one) and the colors I liked and had seen online were sold out in my size. While I definitely could have found shorts and tanks to “make do” I didn’t want to drop a few hundred dollars on workout clothes I wasn’t even excited about. I decided to expand my horizons beyond the walls of Lululemon (an act my former Lulu obsessed self wouldn’t have even believed I would do!). I ended up ordering a few pieces from the Free People workout line as well as from Nordstrom’s in house activewear line, Zella.

Though I didn’t purchase all of the pieces features in today’s post, all pieces can be found at Nordstrom (a few of which are part of NSale).

1.Adidas Athleisure Dress: Love the idea of throwing on this dress for class with a pair of sneakers for a day spent studying and running errands.

10. Ivy Park Sleeveless Sweatshirt: This sleeveless sweatshirt is perfect for throwing on for a morning workout where you start off cool but warm up quickly!

11. Zella Wrap Top: Pair with your favorite sports bra and head to a casual brunch after a sweaty workout.

12. Ivy Park Logo Leggings: I’ve read these leggings are ultra soft making them perfect for a hike or throwing on for coffee & a walk with a girlfriend.

I don’t plan on abandoning Lululemon forever but there’s certainly no harm in diversifying my workout wardrobe. Now that I have a handful of cute, new pieces for hiking in Switzerland my trip feels SO real. I can’t wait for the adventure! Where do you find your favorite workout clothes?

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Guys I love a giant bag I can throw absolutely everything into. My need to tote around a laptop, change of clothes, textbook and whatever page turner novel I’m currently into is why I opted for the largest neverfull tote & the biggest Celine luggage tote available at Barney’s. I do NOT like to run out of room when I’m heading to class, work or on the go. That being said it is super annoying when you just want to roll out of bed and walk to Starbs and you either have to carry a bag the size of your torso with just a credit card & keys in it or you try to stuff your phone, keys and wallet into the pocket of your sundress #awkward. When you’re meeting a friend for happy hour or grabbing dinner with a date a large tote can totally clash with your outfit and give you diaper bag mom vibes no matter how chic the bag or the dress.

When Jordan and I were in San Francisco recently I picked up the Gucci Soho Disco crossbody bag that every blogger and their Mom posts about. I’ll admit I felt pretty basic lusting after the bag but after owning it for like 5 minutes I no longer felt guilty about giving into the hype. A small bag you can fit a phone, wallet and keys into is essential for running errands, a night out, etc. I personally believe in investing in bags that will go with everything for years to come but saving on pieces that are ultra trendy/statement bags.

Baja Bound Porcupine Bag| Surely this statement bag won’t go with every occasion yet I can’t help feel that it could truly make an entire look.

Parker Double Zip Mini Bag| This bag comes in a variety of colors (Navy/Red/Pink/Etc) and can easily be dressed up or dressed down depending on the occasion.

Gucci Soho Disco Leather Bag| If I could write a love letter to this bag I would. I use it every single day and I am really happy with how much fits into it (cell phone, wallet, keys, lipstick, random flyers I pick up, fold and stuff inside). The classic bag comes in a variety of colors varying seasonally but I opted for the timeless and seasonless black option. I swear I can wear this bag with EVERYTHING. If you love the look but don’t want to make the investment I suggest a similar look for only $55!

See by Chloe Nano Polly Leather Crossbody| My favorite thing about See by Chloe is that the bags maintain the look and feel of Chloe at a fraction of the price point. I love the signature quilting and statement tassel on this crossbody. (Worthy of note, I have two See by Chloe bags and have been very impressed with the quality. When deciding between a the Gucci Soho Disco bag and a Chloe Mini Marcie Saddlebag I ultimately strayed away from the Chloe because of reviews regarding the quality for the price point. If Chloe lacks in quality for the price, See by Chloe does not. I have been very impressed with both of my See by Chloe bags).

Street Level Crossbody (under $50)| This affordable crossbody is available in both pewter and rose gold (so pretty).

Coach Flower Applique Bag| This bag gives off major flower power vibes. This bag felt very unexpected from Coach to me and I fell in LOVE the minute I saw it.

Are you a big purse or small purse girl? I fall on both ends of the spectrum but generally avoid the middle ground (no medium bags for me)!

Once again we’ve made it to the end of the week. Whether you’re getting dressed up and heading out with friends or snuggling up sipping champagne on your couch I hope your weekend is filled with joy. I have been in Calistoga visiting my family for just about a month now and my time is coming to an end. While in some ways it feels like I’ve been here forever (I’ve settled into my routines and what not) I also can’t believe it’s almost time for me to head home already. When I get back to Seattle I have a week to check a lot of items off my to-do list before I start my first day of law school on June 19th. I am so nervous and excited all at the same time.

Before I get flooded with class, study groups and reading assignments I want to set a few goals for the summer. I’m a bit too late to set June goals and while I know summer technically doesn’t begin until June 20th, I don’t mind giving myself a few extra days on my goals.

Summer 2017 Goals & To Dos

1. Adjust my life around law school (settle into a routine for studying, working out, etc).

2. Make a few friends in my program.

3. Have a Beach Day.

4. Discover a new Hike.

5. Host a Dinner Party!

6. Take a Weekend Trip with Friends!

7. Plan a Trip with Jordan in August.

8. Get Professional Photos taken.

9. Get out on the water.

10. Have a beach bonfire with friends & eat s’mores.

11. Go to a Water Park (I’ll be honest, this one is sort of cheating as my little brother and I are headed to a water park today)!

Looking at my list makes me realize how totally boring I am as I swear I make essentially the same summer bucket list every year. What can I say? I know how I like to embrace my favorite season of all. The biggest difference (of course) is that this year I will be preoccupied with law school.

At the beginning of May I told myself I would not buy a single new piece of clothing until I returned to Seattle. Well, I kept making little exception after little exception and let’s just say my informal shopping hiatus was a complete failure. I actually think I spent more money on clothes in the past month than I have in the rest of 2017 combined #fail. My only defense is that I just really, really, really love summer clothes & I had to add a real suit to my business attire for law school. One of the items I don’t feel too guilty about picking up is the cute embroidered choker seen in these photos.

When I found this embroidered choker at a local Calistoga shop (it’s called Rove for anyone in the area) I knew I had to have it. I think an embroidered choker looks great with a maxi dress or even with jeans like I styled it here. There are tons of great embroidered chokers out there for summer and almost all of them are under $20:

This denim jacket adds a fun touch to a basic tee and leggings when I’m having a lazy day.

When the seasons change the shopping bug bites me hard! Over the weekend I made a few impulse purchases in San Francisco (like these navy mules on sale & then Jordan surprised me with this purse I’ve wanted forever). Since Jordan and I are taking cutesy couple photos when I get back to Seattle I let myself order a few pieces for our photoshoot…so while I can window shop all I want, I really shouldn’t go crazy doing any more shopping right now. All of my shopping moving forward will be living vicariously through you guys (law school textbooks are expensive). Here is a list of the cute items I’ve found myself browsing for summer just in case you’re still looking for cute warm weather pieces.

Embroidered Denim Jacket- I stumbled across a denim jacket with the most lovely embroidered peacock at a small shop in Calistoga. When the weather gets warm I start craving all of the boho, flower child-esque pieces. I couldn’t find the exact jacket I purchased online but I did find a few beautiful alternatives. This one (pictured above), this one (under $40) and this one are all really fun options. I think a denim jacket is essential for summer bonfires, barbecues and to throw on over a romper/sundress/tee when it cools down for the evening.

Slitted Maxi- As comfy as maxi dresses are they can sometimes feel a little matronly. I love a slitted maxi to show off a cute pair of heels/wedges and give me a bit of height. The Provence dress feels both sexy and sophisticated.

Platform Wedges- You guys probably already know I am OBSESSED with retro vibes. I don’t like to dress head to toe in a specific period because I think it starts to feel a little costumey but I adore a throwback piece thrown in. I love the 60s and 70s feel of platform wedges. I’ve had my eyes on this See by Chloe pair and I picked up this Seychelles pair and I’ve been wearing them constantly.

Colorful Bikini- One pieces are still totally chic but I prefer bikinis for frolicking in the sun and splashing in the pool. This Mara Hoffman is so bright and cheerful I can’t help but envision myself lying on a Caribbean beach listening to reggae music and sipping a pina colada!

Embroidered Crop Top- A crop top like the TopShop Embroidered Crop is perfect for pairing with a high waisted skirt of high waisted shorts. While this look is a little much for class (and definitely not for work) it’s fun for a beach day, festival or hot day perusing your local farmer’s market. This option from Forever 21 is off the shoulder and comes in both yellow & white.

High Waisted Denim Shorts- High waisted shorts look so cute with crop tops, tanks and tees. I’ve had the most difficult time finding a great pair of high waisted shorts but I am determined to find a flattering pair this year. These Lovers & Friends shorts and this pair from Free People are super cute.

Round Basket Bag- Initially the basket bag trend didn’t seem like something I would jump on board with (I have a handful of trusted totes I didn’t see a reason for another “beach bag”). Then I saw a round basket bag and loved the way it could easily transition from jaunting about town to a date night. I love that this option is $41 and this option from Etsy is really unique.

Hello everyone! I want to share one more Anthropolgie dress while it’s still in stock and on sale. This off the shoulder midi dress is currently less than $40 (marked down from $148). In the summer I am constantly searching for breezy dresses I can throw on with minimal accessorizing for a quick-stylish look. The Maeve Mona off-the shoulder dress can be dressed up with heels or wedges and the right jewelry for a summer wedding or dinner party but also looks great for summer classes or brunching with your besties. I find radiant orchid to be a really flattering color on a variety of skin tones. I personally don’t love deep purple but this blend of pink and purple makes me feel like the flowers blooming throughout Calistoga right now.

While working on creating a detailed archive of all of the dating posts I’ve ever written I fell down a rabbit hole of reading posts from the past. While I certainly cringe at some of the silly things I wrote I always think it’s fun to look back in time and see the way I saw the world through this virtual time capsule I’ve created. I used to post a whole lot more “magazine celebrity feature” style posts on myself. I think every girl likes to flip through magazines and read the short snippets in which their favorite celebrities or icons fill in the blanks answering random questions. While I am certainly no celebrity I can pretend for a moment, no?

Three Qualities I hope to Embody: Intelligence, Empathy & Culture

What I’m Currently Reading: Anne of Green Gables, I read it several times as a child but it is extra special as an adult.

My Party Persona: I’m a blend of two people, I’m either quiet and painfully introspective or bouncing around as bubbly as the champagne I’m holding.

A Song that always makes me Cry: Where I Stood by Missy Higgins, it really takes me back to breaking up with my first serious boyfriend at age 20 and how vulnerable I felt then.

My Go To Drink Order: Usually a glass or prosecco or champagne. I’m so boring & I almost always regret drinking hard alcohol.

On my Bucket List: Graduate from law school, Travel the world, Make Love in a Field of Faisies (in no particular order).

The Beauty Essential I CANNOT Live Without: Kate Somerville’s Quench Serum, it feels so luxurious before bed. I cannot stand dry skin!

What I’m most likely to Impulse Buy: Books & Clothes, it depends on my mood.

What I thought I wanted in a Partner: Tall and intellectual with intriguing eyes.

What I now think Matters Most: A deep and meaningful friendship with endless respect for one another.

A House is not a Home Without: A dog, most definitely.

One of my Favorite Celebrity Style Icons: Jane Birkin, I love looking at old photos of her in the 60s and 70s.

Something I’m Embarrassed to Admit: After an emotionally exhausting day I’ve been known to eat pasta in the bathtub. I don’t know if I’m truly embarrassed by that but I think it does make me a little odd.

Feel free to comment with a few of your answers to the questions I shared. I love learning more about you guys too. I hope your week is off to a fantastic start!

P.S. If you haven’t already please be sure to leave a comment on my “Ask me Anything Post“, I’ll be sure to answer all questions on Friday. ALSO I want to hear how you think I can improve my blog…pop over and take my super speedy 5 question reader survey. Thank you to everyone who has participated already; I appreciate all of your helpful feedback <3